You're right. That is sorta of a whorish way to achieve this level. That, and starting threads, waiting on a couple of posts, and responding to your own threads.

It's quite reprehensible when you stop and think about it, but I understand it's perfectly legal in Las Vegas.

People will miss that it once meant something to be Southern or Midwestern. It doesn't mean much now, except for the climate. The question, “Where are you from?” doesn't lead to anything odd or interesting. They live somewhere near a Gap store, and what else do you need to know? - Garrison Keillor